Category: ASC News

Midwestern ASC market heats up

Here are five ASC developments and acquisitions in the Midwest, as reported by Becker’s since Aug. 2:

The 10 most affordable places for physicians to live

U.S. News & World Report has released its annual list of the most affordable places to live in 2024 and 2025, with Fort Wayne, Ind., topping the list. 

10 worst places to live

Louisiana was named the worst state to live in, according to Wallethub’s 2024 Best States To Live In, published Aug. 12.

5 ASC deals to know in 2024

Here are five industry-shifting deals within the ASC world in 2024.

Healthcare's job market: 5 fast facts

Despite the unpredictable job market in the U.S., healthcare has remained relatively consistent as a leading sector for growth.

Idaho ASC suffers data breach

Coeur D’Alene, Idaho-based Kootenai Health experienced a data security incident that may have affected patient and staff information.

48,000 patients' data breached in Florida ASC hack

A Florida health center confirmed that patients’ data was accessed by an unauthorized party in a breach that took place earlier this year, according to an article by lawyer Richard Console published in JD Supra on Aug. 12. 

ASCs vs. HOPDs in 5 numbers

Here are five numbers illustrating differences in reimbursement, cost savings and national footprints of ASCs compared to hospital outpatient departments.

5 hospital bankruptcy updates to know

Healthcare bankruptcies have been spiking as debt levels and interest rates rise. 

10 best states to live in

Massachusetts was named the best state to live in, propelled by its healthcare system and education quality, according to Wallethub’s 2024 Best States To Live In, published Aug. 12.